1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Calais.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Calais. (530 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
